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177 views|157 comparisons
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We performed a comparison between Vanta and Varonis Platform based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Data Governance solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Vanta vs. Varonis Platform Report (Updated: May 2024).
771,212 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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Pros
"It helps us track the compliance of the components listed in our partner's directory. We can also check if the password manager, XML, and three log policies have been properly implemented on the desktop.""The product has provided automated security controls for our cloud provider. It helps to automate security checks. Vanta offers a list of things that can be done to achieve ISO 27001 compliance.""The most valuable feature of Vanta would be the time savings from the automation and the continuous compliance monitoring once set up.""The most valuable feature of Vanta is its prebuilt control frameworks."

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"The solution has significantly improved data security and compliance posture by allowing us to track and monitor activities. We can see who accesses data and when files are created and understand what's happening in our environment.""There's also a 90-day policy where if a user is not using the warehouse, it will automatically delete that username.""Varonis Platform is transparent and captures everything in the environment without impacting the performance. The tool helps us unify data feeds into a single reporting system."

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Cons
"The main area for improvement in Vanta is the user interface's refresh rate.""Currently, Vanta's user access review module is still in development, and we've been giving them continuous feedback to help them improve that.""There is a delay with customer support and they are unsure of the answers we need.""Some of the tool's automated tests do not work the way it should."

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"There is one thing that if I add something manually, I get so many alerts. That's the biggest bad thing.""The product is very complicated."

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  • "The pricing is good. It neither expensive nor cheap. It is average."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The most valuable feature of Vanta is its prebuilt control frameworks.
    Top Answer:The main area for improvement in Vanta is the user interface's refresh rate. Sometimes, after satisfying a control, the dashboard may not immediately update, requiring multiple refreshes for accurate… more »
    Top Answer:I use it for compliance management.
    Top Answer:The solution has significantly improved data security and compliance posture by allowing us to track and monitor activities. We can see who accesses data and when files are created and understand… more »
    Top Answer:The tool's update process is not easy as compared to other tools.
    Top Answer:We use the product for auditing, and keeping track of shares. It ensures proper access control and monitors file creation, access by relevant users, and productivity analytics.
    Ranking
    20th
    out of 57 in Data Governance
    Views
    177
    Comparisons
    157
    Reviews
    4
    Average Words per Review
    426
    Rating
    8.5
    9th
    out of 57 in Data Governance
    Views
    3,119
    Comparisons
    2,840
    Reviews
    2
    Average Words per Review
    276
    Rating
    8.0
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    Overview

    Vanta helps companies scale security practices and automate compliance for the industry’s most sought after standards - SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR, and CCPA.

    Varonis Platform is a comprehensive data security and analytics solution that helps organizations protect their critical data from insider threats and cyberattacks. Its primary use case is to provide visibility and control over data access, usage, and permissions across multiple platforms and environments. 

    The most valuable functionality is its ability to analyze and monitor data activity in real-time, identify abnormal behavior, and provide actionable insights to mitigate risks. It uses machine learning algorithms to detect and alert users to suspicious activities, such as data exfiltration, privilege abuse, and ransomware attacks. 

    This platform enables organizations to understand and manage their data risks effectively. It helps prevent data breaches, identify and remediate vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with various data protection regulations. By leveraging increased visibility into data usage, organizations make informed decisions regarding access controls and permissions, minimizing the potential for data leakage or unauthorized access. 

    Moreover, Varonis Platform improves incident response and investigation capabilities by providing detailed audit trails and forensics capabilities. It helps organizations quickly identify the source of a security incident, understand its impact, and take appropriate actions to remediate the situation. 

    Sample Customers
    Care Directives, Shortcut , Nayya, Heizenrader, Treasury Prime
    Nottingham Building Society
    Top Industries
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company22%
    Financial Services Firm10%
    University7%
    Retailer5%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Computer Software Company13%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    Insurance Company8%
    Company Size
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business43%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise44%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business21%
    Midsize Enterprise16%
    Large Enterprise63%
    Buyer's Guide
    Vanta vs. Varonis Platform
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Vanta vs. Varonis Platform and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
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    Vanta is ranked 20th in Data Governance with 4 reviews while Varonis Platform is ranked 9th in Data Governance with 3 reviews. Vanta is rated 8.6, while Varonis Platform is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of Vanta writes "Helps us maintain compliance with standards like SOC 2 and various data policies, but the customer support needs improvement". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Varonis Platform writes "Offers visibility and helps to keep track of access ". Vanta is most compared with Drata, Sprinto, Thoropass, Wiz and Secureframe Comply, whereas Varonis Platform is most compared with Microsoft Purview Data Governance, BigID, SailPoint IdentityIQ, Netskope Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Veritas Data Insight. See our Vanta vs. Varonis Platform report.

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